A good friend of mine, Bobby Elllis - owner of the coffee roasting company - Copious Coffee, recommended that I pay a visit to Boomer’s Audio. Boomer’s Audio is located in Tulsa at 7659 East 46th Place just west of Memorial on 46th Place. I spoke to the owner of Boomer’s Audio, Mike Hudson and he listened closely to what I was looking for in a new system. He discussed several install options in several price ranges and his grasp of the different head units he carries was astounding. Mike drew up a few sketches of how the different set ups could work. Listening to Mike and his staff was a breath of fresh air without a hint of hard selling. I told Mike that at the moment I could not venture into a full system but that I wanted a very good head unit that would allow me to play music stored on thumb drives or an IPod. Mike suggested a very good Kenwood unit that had all of the features I was looking for and since I told him that I’d want to upgrade my car’s audio system again in the near future, he made sure that the head unit was capable of the future expansion I was looking to do.

The install took about 25 minutes and afterwords, Mike sat down with me in my car and went over almost every feature that the new head unit had. he explained things about the specialized equalization, the ability to change the overall look of the display and he even set the darn clock which is something I really liked because many install places install the radio and leave you to a 25 page manual… so typically it takes you an hour before you can even listen to any music.

Boomer’s does everything from car audio, mobile theater units, auto security and custom fiberglass work. Their line of audio equipment features such brands as Kenwood Excelon, Memphis Car Audio, MB Quart and Treo Subwoofers amoung other very good car audio brands.

Mike showed me Boomer’s custom shop where they can fabricate almost any type of enclosure for any type of audio configuration. You can expect to spend the same at Boomer’s as you would at Best Buy for car audio but you’ll get 200% more satisfaction from Mike and his crew in regard to customer service, professional installation and product knowledge.

My simple Del Sol’s install cost me just under $300.00 which is what I would have spent at Best Buy but I am glad I spent my hard earned money at Boomer’s Audio because I felt like even though I didn’t have a big budget - Mike and his staff still made me feel important as their customer. Some incredible systems can cost a heck of a lot more than I spent this week but for some reason I think that Mike and his staff treat each and every customer the same — with professionalism and an open ear. Kudos to Mike and the staff at Boomer’s Audio in Tulsa! Another reason why I love mom and pop owned businesses in Tulsa!

Boomer’s Audio - 7659 East 46th Place - Tulsa, Oklahoma 74145

918-62BOOMR or 918-622-6667 - Visit Boomer’s Audio Website HERE.

For me, it’s refreshing to see the owner/manager of a business sit and mingle with the customers as if they were old friends. At the Right Wing this seems to be the norm. Established in 1986, the owner and staff at the Right Wing do an excellent job making every customer feel welcome and leave satisfied.

Unlike some of the newcomers to the Tulsa Wing Scene, they specialize in just 5 delicious flavors of wings, Garlic, Barbeque, Mild, Medium and Nitro, making it easy to try them all and decide which flavor or flavors are your favorite. With the newer wing stops, I find myself hesitant to try many of the varieties, fearing disappointment.

Taking nothing away from any of the other guys, the Right Wing has the Right combination of food and fun making it a great place for a casual date and my favorite place for wings in T-town.

Byron

We are looking for people to help advise visitors or the park rules and regs which include the requirement for park visitors to clean up after their dogs (Scoop the Poop!) as well as advising visitors about dog etiquette and visitor age requirements.

There are two training classes scheduled this week. Read more about it here:  TulsaBarkPark.com/volunteer/

The park makes great use of a city owned but unused baseball field. Volunteers have been working on getting the park up and running and all of the money to fund the park is being raised through donations.

If you are interested in donating funds to help further dog park development, you can send your tax free donation to:

Tulsa Community Foundation

7030 S. Yale Suite 600

Tulsa, OK 74136.

You can also make a donation through Bank of Oklahoma.

Make checks payable to TCF with a note that it is for ‘Tulsa Bark Park’.

The dog park or “Bark Park” is the first of three to be launched in Tulsa. You can find out more information at TulsaBarkPark.com .

It’s a warm night and the musicians take to the stage. Tim Shadley strikes a few notes on the Piano, Frankie Ramierez Willie Conde and John Dellavedova set the rhythm, Rich Fisher and Dave Johnson groove in the horn section. Tom Shannon’s flute is heard again and from upon high in heaven, the legendary Ray Baretto smiles - Salsa is re-born!

We’re not on a moonlit beach in Puerto Rico, Cuba or anywhere in the Caribbean…. We are in Tulsa, Oklahoma mesmerized by the hypnotic sounds of ‘Salsa Rhythm Project’. These musicians come from different parts of the world and all share the love of Salsa.

The last time I heard Salsa this good was when I was in Puerto Rico a few years ago. I was working for American Airlines Vacations doing a review of a new hotel. I took a trip into Old San Juan and visited ‘Rumba’ - one of the best salsa clubs in the area. I don’t recall the name of the band but listening to them play was a great way to take in all that is Puerto Rico.

Salsa Rhythm Project takes the best of Tulsa local art and mixes it with driving percussion and a dance groove that thankfully, Tulsans can hear almost every weekend.

The Caribbean influenced sounds of Salsa Rhythym Project electrify patrons at many of Tulsa’s great music venues such as The Continental, Ciao, The Blue Dome and the new outdoor stage at Plan B.

Salsa Rhythm Project will be performing at this years Waltz on the Wildside at the Tulsa Zoo on June 20th.

I highly recommend this ‘Tulsa Original’ group - Salsa Rhythm Project.

Come listen and dance to ‘Salsa Rhythm Project’

FRIDAY JUNE 6 - AT PLAN B - 520 EAST 3rd - Tulsa - 8 PM 

Please visit the Salsa Rhythm Project MySpace page to hear their music and to find out about more upcoming events.

“Risha Grant is the owner of the communications company Xposure PR and CEO and Publishing Editor of Xposure Business Magazine, a business-to-business publication catering to Oklahoma’s small business owners. Ms. Grant began her careere in television and has worked in radio, print, advertising, adn public relations. She is active in the Tulsa Metro Chamber of Commerce and numerous other organizations. In 2006, she was named Oklahoma’s Small Business Journalist of the year…”

Risha captivated the audience of aspiring small business owners and told them that among other things, taking risks, perseverance, persistence and faith are what small business owners need to accomplish their goals. Risha delivered he speech in an upbeat and humourus manner that kept the audience focused and attentive to her words. Eisha spoke of how difficult in can be to build your own small business but that by working long, hard hours - you can accomplish your dream of owning your own business but you must network everyday in order to achieve your goals.

Xposure Business Magazine features wonderful sections such as ‘Executive Lifestyles’, ‘Tax Expert’, ‘Legal Expert’, ‘Tech Watch’, ‘Hot Spots’ and more - all focusing on small business in our area.

If you are small (or large) business owner, whether you are in Tulsa or elsewhere, you should consider calling on Ms. Grant’s Public Relations firm to help promote your business and take it to the next level. Risha works to build strong relationships with her customers and has a work ethic that is rare in todays market - HONESTY. Honesty is what makes Xposure PR and Xposure Business Magazine a true driving force in the public relations world and a true Tulsa original.

To learn more about Risha Grant’s work. please visit:

Xposure Business Magazine

…”My guitar is my favorite voice as I feel I can say anything I wish to thru it. My Jah given voice makes me proud also as I feel powerful and raw when I sing. I hope others feel that too.”…

Adam plays all of the instruments on all of his latest releases, including his newest single, “Strong” which is currently available on Adam’s MySpace and from his website Adam Lopez Music.

As most Tulsa Tonight readers know, I am not a professional reviewer but I do enjoy promoting what I believe is true Tulsa, whether it be a new restaurant, club, bar or band - In this case, I am asking you all to support a true Tulsa original musican - Adam Lopez. Tulsa has so much musical talent and Adam’s music is no exception. His evocative lyrics, his unique guitar style and his showmanship make for a great musician and a must see and hear… He is playing near you soon, so be sure to take some time out to catch this developing Tulsa artist.

You can hear Adam Lopez with Mas Rudie every Tuesday night at Plan B in Tulsa. In June, Adam Lopez and Mas Rudie will be performing at The Laughing Wench in Jenks. (see Upcoming Shows - upper right.)

Support Adam Lopez by purchasing his music from his website or MySpace. I have included his SnoCap listing here as well so you can sample and buy his music online

Vinnie.

Adan Lopez on MySpace

Adam Lopez Music

Adam Lopez on YouTube (Also features Adam’s tutorials on the Boss RC 50 Loop Station)

‘Google’ Adam Lopez 

SEE MORE INFO HERE 

New House Specialties include Manicotti, Spaghetti and Baked Ziti for under 7 bucks each. Pepperoni Twists and Garlic Knots still fly out the door as they always have and their Canollis are made fresh at the time of ordering and so worth the wait.

My fave is the thick crust Sicilian pizza offered at NYC Pizza… one slice will have you coming back for more. Remember friends that this is NOT conveyor belt pizza and there are no shortcuts to perfection. The pizza is all made to order as you order it. Their white pizza is a winner featuring a light tomato sauce, fresh garlic, whole milk ricotta (rih-goot as the east coasters say it.) fresh basil all on a thin, crisp crust.

Toppings available for all NYC Pizza’s are: pepperoni, Meatballs, Italian Sausage, Onions, Green Peppers, Canadian Bacon, Black Olives, Anchovies, Pineapple, Ricotta, Garlic, Tomato, Fresh Basil and Spinach.

Next time you are there, try eating your pizza Jersey / New York style - with your hands rather than with a knife and fork. Just fold that puppy in half and go to town letting some of the cheese ooze into your mouth. Delicious!

NYC Pizza
779-7760
4775 S. Harvard Ave Suite A
Tulsa
Mon - Sat 11-9
Sun 4:30 - 8

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